A group of children, entranced with the study of Egypt, play their own Egypt game, are visited by a secret oracle, become involved in a murder, and befriend the Professor before they move on to new interests, such as Gypsies.

A detailed history of the Parthenon exploring its construction and restoration.

The Alden siblings' journey around the world leads them to South America, where they must return their most delicate artifact yet and confront their adversaries.

"Gustavo (history expert) and Kiki (engineering expert) are set the mission of stopping the Cairo Museum from closing down. They travel back in time to Ancient Egypt and are soon drawn into a tense, thrilling adventure that involves breaking into pyramids, learning ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, and stopping thieves hoping to rob all the treasure from the Pharaoh's tomb"--

Presents recent archaeological findings about the first people to settle the Americas, how they got here, and from what continent they came.

In 1928, nine-year-old investigator Lottie must find the lost Eagle of Rome and return it to the British Museum before the famous treasure hunter, Lady Viola, finds it and sells the relic to the highest bidder.

"Marvel at the intricate mosaics, splendid treasures, and ingenious inventions of Ancient Rome and learn the stories they tell about one of the greatest civilizations the world has ever known. Step back in time 2,000 years to visit the powerful Roman Empire. Every page reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story-from gladiator battles with lions; chariot races for vast cheering crowds; and mock naval ship battles in flooded auditoriums, to mythical...

Now a driver in the chariot races, Nic is still a target of the Praetors because of the magical amulet he found, and they will do anything to get their hands on it--and meanwhile Atroxia is beginning to wake up.

"Describes the architecture, construction, and interior of a pyramid"--Provided by publisher.